Chichicastenango Population 2026
Chichicastenango has a population of 141,567, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇬🇹 Guatemala, located in Quiché. Roughly 0.7% of Guatemala's population lives here. It is about 7.0× smaller than Guatemala City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
141,567
Rank in Guatemala
#10
Coordinates
14.94°N, 91.11°W
~2,077 m elevation · America/Guatemala
Distance to capital (Guatemala City)
73 km
45 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Quiché
| City | Population | Rank in Guatemala |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz del Quiché | 78,279 | #25 |
| Nebaj | 23,301 | #72 |
Cities near Chichicastenango
- Santa Cruz del Quiché78,279 people · ~10 km away
- Sololá45,373 people · ~21 km away
- Tecpán Guatemala34,519 people · ~24 km away
- Nahualá27,690 people · ~25 km away
- Totonicapán103,952 people · ~27 km away
- Patzún58,240 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chichicastenango?
Chichicastenango has a population of 141,567 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Guatemala.
What region is Chichicastenango in?
Chichicastenango is located in Quiché, Guatemala.
Is Chichicastenango the capital of Guatemala?
No, the capital of Guatemala is Guatemala City, about 73 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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